happierPhilly was formed to facilitate exploration of positive psychology — the science of happiness. After more than a decade of rigorous scientific research, we know that happiness can be measured and we know that happiness can be taught. Increasing your happiness is possible through tools developed in the science of positive psychology. The club is free to join and open to everyone with an interest in positive psychology, wellness, health, happiness, flourishing, positivity, therapy and …

Do you feel yourself changing?  Are you becoming more interested in spiritual matters and the meaning of life?  Do you have more of a desire to connect with others on a deeper level?  Please come and join others like you in the area for free! This group is to help you gain a better understanding of your greater path so you can heal your life of all discomfort.  As the old proverb goes: rather than giving you a fish to feed you once, we will teach you how to fish so you are fed for a lifetime!  S …

Welcome to LivingPowerfully Community! There has been a lot happening recently outside of the group as all organizers have been traveling for more intense trainings in practicums, workshops, and out of country seminars and it's time to bring it together, offer as much support and empowerment as we can with each other, and share in the enjoyment of life, creating the best we're able, together! There are a variety of choices we have to start some weekly / bi-weekly / or monthly meetups and I want …

The Center for Growth, located in Philadelphia, is now offering support groups for people with Depression and/or Anxiety. The groups will be offered once a week at the cost of $20.00 per session. The group will be ongoing.  There is a minimum of a 5 week commitment required in advance.  You will need to purchase at least 5 sessions.  BEFORE you can attend any group sessions, you MUST contact Amber Lynn Connell, MA for a consultation session to see if you are a good candidate for our group.  The …

If you are a Mental Health Professional in Central NJ, join us for networking and professional development. Our goal is to network and brainstorm about our professional needs as a community. We meet once a month (usually Sunday afternoons) to share information on career and education opportunities, learn about various referral sources in the community, attend professionally led discussions, and socialize.

Note: **This is an update from the original copy. After what seems like some confusion as to how "sexuality" is defined, I thought I would refer to the American Psychological Association's definition: "Sexuality is a broad area of study related to an individual's sex, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation. It also includes the effect of prejudice and discrimination based on the aforementioned topics, as well as sexual disorders". There's a plethora of topics and issues to cons …

As a second generation, Staten Island breast cancer survivor with a daughter raised on Staten Island, breast cancer education and support is near and dear to my heart. I am a breast cancer survivor of 4 years. April 11, 2011 was my 4th year anniversity. My mom was a breast cancer survivor of over 40 years, unfortunately she died last summer.  I was in my early 20's and a college student when she was diagnosed. My daughter was only 15 and a high school student when I was diagnosed. I remembered a …

The Insight Group The purpose of our group is to openly discuss, inquire into and practice the new Compassion & Mindfulness based psychology know as, Acceptance and Commitment Theory Example book,   The Happyness Trap,  by Russ Harris Each meeting has a topic that is brought to light by presentations, shared experiences, wisdom from authors, wisdom from ourselves, meditations, open discussions, videos, and Acceptance and Commitment Theory practices. All of the topics are psychological in nature …

This group will gather monthly (we hope) to discuss archetypal, imaginal and spiritual psychology. These discussions will include considerations of published works, videos and blogs by post-Jungian thinkers like Robert Sardello, James Hillman, Mary Watkins, Paul Kugler, and Stephen Simmer, among many others. Central to this multivariant movement is an attempt to rethink psyche as soul. The main influence on the development of archetypal, imaginal and archetypal psychology is Carl Jung's analytic …

In this introductory workshop women will explore feminine psychology. Using myths and archetypes we will translate psychological concepts into womens’ language. Discovering the Greek Goddess archetypes within allows for a new understanding of childhood, relationship to self and the body, relationship to men and women, sexuality, spirituality, family, work, and psychological difficulties. The insights gained through this ancient wisdom create new ways of seeing and of overcoming limitations. With …

When I was living in SF, I started a Therapist Happy Hour because most of my friends are therapists and it was an opportunity to see everyone. But, what I realized is that so much actually happened in the happy hour. We told one another about jobs coming available, good training to go to (and ones to avoid) and referrals for those in private practice. At this point, I know about 50 amazing therapists and love the idea of great people meeting, connecting and creating community. I hope you come ou …

If you are a mental health practitioner or in another healing  or spiritual profession and you practice mindfulness, you might benefit from joining our group! This group is intended to provide a supportive and healing community for those in the healing professions. We will enjoy mindfulness sitting meditation practices and mindful movement practices, including Qigong. Members may choose to share the responsibility of leading guided meditations. A warm and accepting environment will be cultivated …

LATEST: Meetups to be scheduled soon (next couple of weeks), probably every 2-4 weeks, probably late afternoon on Saturdays (~2pm), probably a center city coffee shop, possibly university city/west philly ~34th-45th, possibly south philly ~8th and Christian-ish. Please message me through the meetup interface with suggestions and preferences. This group is for deeply analytical people who are simultaneously, actively engaged in some sort of contemplative path (e.g. Vipassana, Zazen, etc.) and som …

"Muraqba is where we perceive our own selves. The past and future also become present before us, and with the help of these insightful rays, a happy and prosperous life prevails upon us completely." K.S Azeemi If you want to live a more fulfilled life, first you will want to know your potential, who you really are. Meditation is the route to that knowing.It is a methodology of science of awareness. During the Muraqba, all of the resources are applied through which the mind disengages from extern …

Mindfulness practitioners benefit from being part of a community or Sangha. Here we will enjoy mindful meditation and Qigong practices in a warm and openhearted home. If you have a mindfulness practice, have graduated from MBI classes or the mindfulness-based trainings at Jefferson or Penn, you might like to join us. You may learn new practices, connect with others and deepen your skills. Come create community with us! Mind Body Intelligence tm is a trademark owned by Ellen M. Adelman PhD. It is …

This group is dedicated to celebrating Nature as a true teacher and healer and the way of harmony in our lives. We welcome people of all faiths/religions/spiritual paths who seek a deeper connection with Mother Earth. (Please note that our meet ups happen in Central New Jersey ~ Monmouth and Ocean counties primarily.) In modern cultures there is a bias against Nature and our own wildness, which leads many to an emphasis on the realm of Spirit. How often do you hear people solely expressing thei …

Are you interested in learning more about the idea of Carl Jung? This meetup offers speakers and discussion groups on Jungian psychology in the Philadelphia area.

The Philly Flow & Circus Arts Meetup is designed to bring together folks in the Philadelphia area interested in the Flow Arts and Circus Arts so they can learn and train together in a safe & supportive environment. For those who don't know, "Flow Arts" are the practice of learning to manipulate an inanimate object and move in harmony with it so that it becomes an animated extension of your body.   Flow Arts are also sometimes referred to as Spinning, Object Manipulation or Skill Toys.  Flow Arts …

Do you feel out of step with our acheivement-oriented "Young Soul" culture where only DOING and becoming Top Dog matter? Has YOUR life been more about BEING, the Search for Meaning, learning to LIVE that Truth and finally "teaching everything you know berfore you go"? Then you, my friend may be an "Old Soul". We are a distinct minority around here and can use the support of Kindred Spirits to stay on our self-chosen paths! This group is for Metaphysical Discussion, Spiritual/Psychological Suppor …

This Meetup assumes that you are a fan of the I Love Marketing podcast http://www.ilovemarketing.com. "This is our opportunity to talk about new marketing ideas, direct mail ideas, lead generation, lead conversion, getting referrals, stick strategies, email marketing, psychology, books, people and even productivity." THIS is the time to get familiar with the curriculum.  If you have never listened to the podcast, and are not already familiar with direct-response marketing, you can start by liste …

Wouldn't you like to know who you're looking at? Now you can -  by becoming a face reader. Face reading will improve your personal and professional relationships and give you real insight into a person's character, personality traits, strengths and weaknesses. Face reading can help you in every aspect of your life. In relationships and love, it can help you to identify your soul mate. In the workplace as an employer, to find the best person for the job and as a parent or child, to understand tho …

How does one live a good life? This simple question can be surprisingly difficult to answer. Yet not taking an honest try at answering it (or even worse: ignoring the question entirely) can lead to the risk of misliving one's life. One of the main goals of ancient philosophy in the West was to help guide people in answering this question rigorously and well, and then helping people to live in accordance with their life's philosophy (literally "the love of wisdom"). One of the most successful and …

If you feel like you need someone to talk to, we are here for you. Sometimes it just helps to have someone listen, especially someone who is outside of your regular social circle. Sometimes it's good to hear feedback from others who've experienced similar issues. No problem is too small - if it's upsetting you then it's worth talking about and working on. This is a welcoming and open environment talk-therapy group for people of all ages with any issues they want to discuss. This group is modera …

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This is a group for anyone interested in philosophy and/or psychology. All knowledge levels are welcome. I started this group as a way to learn more about philosophy and psychology through active discussion. I am looking forward to learning more about these fascinating subjects with everybody.

A group exploring fantastic fun activities in Center City that promote Happiness and Well Being. Everything from laugh-out-loud Comedy Clubs to the sophisticated realm of Art, Music and Dance (and cheese steaks :) Seeking to always sound a positive note, with occasional forays into the fascinating world of Positive Psychology-the study of Happiness and ways to achieve it! Perfect for the adventurous, bored, lonely or just simple fun seeker looking to spend great times with others. Free and affor …

Come together to explore and learn the tools of positive psychology in order to flourish with other like-minded happiness seekers. Increase your sense of well-being with the research-based methods of positive psychology and understand the art and science of authentic happiness

The study of Astrology Compatibility Finding and keeping your ideal partner Seven years after my divorce, I was tired of dressing up, traveling to an event or a club to meet my Mr. Right. An old friend gave me an astrology textbook, three years later I met my terrific guy who gave me his love, marriage and the experience of shared joy. The science of astrology was taught in universities up until the mid-1850’s. Astrology, astronomy and psychology were all encased in one curriculum. Both psycholo …